TAHAFresh Handling Ltd
TAHA Fresh Handling Ltd is a leading logistics service provider in Tanzania, established in 2008. The company specializes in horticulture cargo handling and has expanded its services to include airfreight, sea/ocean freight forwarding, trucking, customs clearing, and insurance.
Job Summary
| Job Title | Senior Declaration Officer |
|---|---|
| Location | Arusha |
| Education | Degree or Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding or Logistics |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years in a similar role (preferred) |
| Working Hours | Full-time |
Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior Declaration Officer will be responsible for:
- Receiving customer inquiries and advising on document requirements for clearing consignments (imports and exports).
- Informing clients about changes in TRA systems and customs regulations.
- Managing customs documentation for clearing and forwarding processes.
- Overseeing the clearing and forwarding process to ensure timely delivery of goods and addressing any obstacles.
- Ensuring the Accounts Department provides clients with accurate consignment amounts by declaring and registering export entries promptly.
- Following up on import and export documentation to prevent late documentation or storage charges.
- Assisting in rate negotiations and collaborating with the sales team to prepare client quotations.
- Ensuring proper storage of import documentation, including certificates, PVoC, and customs bonds.
- Managing correspondence with statutory bodies, including TRA, and ensuring all taxes are settled.
- Building relationships with industry stakeholders, customers, and government entities.
- Supervising the declaration team and ensuring quality in the documentation process.
- Preparing daily progress reports for submission to the supervisor and General Manager.
- Performing additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- A Degree or Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding or Logistics from a recognized institution.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, multitasking ability, and high integrity.
- Self-motivated, innovative, with a problem-solving mindset and good time management skills.
- Proficient in computer applications, particularly MS Office.
- Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English and Swahili.
- Aged below 35 years.
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience is an advantage.
- Familiarity with TANESW/Single Window, customs documents, import/export permits, and preferential treatments.
How to Apply
To apply, please send the following documents to career@tahafresh.co.tz by September 10, 2025:
- Cover letter expressing your interest.
- CV including names and contact numbers of at least three referees.
- Copies of relevant certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.